How much is the train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Salamanca to Madrid start from R 455. The average price for this train route is around R 605. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salamanca to Madrid?

The average train journey time from Salamanca to Madrid is 2h 42m, covering a distance of 175 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Salamanca to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salamanca to Madrid?

The earliest train from Salamanca to Madrid departs at 07:35. And the latest train departs at 20:01.

Train Salamanca to Madrid from R 391

Next train departures

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:44	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28	Salamanca	2h 42m	15:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	18:50	Salamanca	1h 40m	20:30	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:41	Salamanca	2h 59m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	12:28	Salamanca	2h 42m	15:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	15:25	Salamanca	1h 41m	17:06	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	15:25	Salamanca	1h 41m	17:06	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	08:25	Salamanca	1h 42m	10:07	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	08:25	Salamanca	1h 42m	10:07	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:41	Salamanca	2h 59m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	CheapestFastest
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	09:44	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28	Salamanca	2h 42m	15:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:44	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28	Salamanca	2h 42m	15:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:44	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28	Salamanca	2h 42m	15:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Salamanca to Madrid on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:44	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28	Salamanca	2h 42m	15:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Salamanca to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 389 - R 583	Average duration2h 57m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 455 - R 1 327	Average duration2h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 184 - R 472	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 455

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salamanca to Madrid by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Salamanca to Madrid start from R 455. The average price for this train route is around R 605. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salamanca to Madrid?
The average train journey time from Salamanca to Madrid is 2h 42m, covering a distance of 175 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Salamanca to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salamanca to Madrid?
The earliest train from Salamanca to Madrid departs at 07:35. And the latest train departs at 20:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

R 538

10/12

R 538

Today

R 542

12/12

R 547

13/12

R 547

14/12

R 547

15/12

R 496

16/12

R 548

The cheapest trip from Salamanca to Madrid was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 496

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salamanca to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 496 to R 1 281 for a train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 496, which is on 2025-12-15.